Mopboard Black
Mopboard Black is a genuinely dark Gray from Benjamin Moore. Our real-world data shows it is a primary choice when homeowners need to anchor a room without demanding the spotlight. Below, you'll find 23 examples of this shade in actual homes along with suggested color relationships.
Hex
#373839
LRV
6.16
Mopboard Black in Real Rooms
Mopboard Black has a low LRV of 6.16 — it absorbs light and reads as a genuinely dark, enveloping color. It's neutral in temperature, making it adaptable across different lighting conditions and room orientations. Grouped in the Gray and Neutral family, the photos below show it applied in a living room, bathroom, house, kitchen cabinets, misc and home office.
5 Living Room Photos
When applied to living room walls, Mopboard Black creates a sense of "visual quiet." It eliminates the erratic shadows found in busier spaces, instead providing a steady, rhythmic tone that ties together disparate furniture styles. It's the common thread that makes a room full of heirlooms and modern pieces feel like a cohesive collection.
Fireplace surround painted Mopboard Black anchors the entire living room design.
@amberthecolor
Dark Mopboard Black frame accentuates the fireplace as a dramatic focal point.
@stellahdeville
Shiplap paneling in Mopboard Black brings farmhouse charm to living spaces.
@terracottadesignbuild
Wall paneling stained in Mopboard Black creates striking architectural depth and contrast.
@mb.interiordesign
Staircase treads and risers shine in sleek Mopboard Black.
@lorelai_l
2 Bathroom Photos
The interaction between Mopboard Black and steam or humidity creates a beautiful, diffused atmosphere in a bathroom. It's a color that feels "alive," shifting slightly in character as the environment changes during a hot shower or a long soak.
Bathroom walls in Mopboard Black establish a dramatic, luxurious atmosphere.
@roandesign
Rich Mopboard Black walls transform this bathroom into a moody retreat.
@brandehixson
5 House Photos
On a traditional or historic home, Mopboard Black acts as a restorative force. It brings out the dignity of the original craftsmanship while making the structure feel relevant to the 21st century. It's a "new classic" in every sense.
Exterior shop front painted Mopboard Black makes a bold contemporary statement.
@ciao_barharbor
Black window shutters frame the exterior with crisp Mopboard Black trim.
@thegeorgianrose
Horizontal siding across the facade gleams in Mopboard Black.
@restorebuildanddesign
Painted clapboard walls showcase the depth of Mopboard Black.
@thebarnyard
The house exterior displays rich Mopboard Black on all trim.
@mowerymarsharchitects
7 Kitchen Cabinets Photos
The way Mopboard Black interacts with under-cabinet lighting is transformative. It catches the glow and reflects a softer, more diffused light onto the countertops, making the workspace feel more inviting and less utilitarian.
Lower cabinets feature Mopboard Black for a bold kitchen statement.
@t.oakshome
3 Misc Photos
Note how Mopboard Black is used as a "ceiling color" in some of these rooms. This "fifth wall" application is a bold designer move that can make a room feel infinitely more cozy and architecturally unique.
The entrance door stands bold painted in Mopboard Black.
@knowingkrescent
Storage boxes and cubbies receive a fresh coat of Mopboard Black.
@dogwood__designs
Vintage painted furniture glows in a rich Mopboard Black finish.
@sycamore_and_pine
1 Home Office Photo
Mopboard Black in an office encourages a "deep work" mindset. Its depth and maturity create an environment of gravitas, helping you take your own projects and ambitions more seriously through the sheer atmosphere of the room.
Built-in shelving and paneling in Mopboard Black frame the workspace.
@agirlcalleddante
Coordinating Colors
Cloud Cover reflects far more light (LRV 80 vs 6), opening up a space where Mopboard Black encloses it.
At LRV 23 vs 6, Lampblack is decisively the brighter choice.
Stonington Gray reflects far more light (LRV 59 vs 6), opening up a space where Mopboard Black encloses it.
York Gray reflects far more light (LRV 59 vs 6), opening up a space where Mopboard Black encloses it.
Complementary Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
A 11-point LRV gap (17 vs 6) makes Woodcliff Lake the marginally brighter of the two.
At LRV 44 vs 6, Silver Fox is decisively the brighter choice.
At LRV 39 vs 6, Upper West Side is decisively the brighter choice.
Himalayan Trek reflects far more light (LRV 47 vs 6), opening up a space where Mopboard Black encloses it.
At LRV 32 vs 6, Briarwood is decisively the brighter choice.
Thunder reflects far more light (LRV 48 vs 6), opening up a space where Mopboard Black encloses it.
Lighter Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 8 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 6), so neither reads brighter in a room.
Darker Colors
Their light reflectance is nearly identical (LRV 6 vs 5), so neither reads brighter in a room.